NHTSA Recall 14V405000: Caliper (service brakes)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 635 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford F-53.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V405000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14S14 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | July 2, 2014 |
| Owner notification | July 28, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-53 motorhome chassis and F-59 commercial chassis manufactured February 14, 2014, to March 7, 2014. The affected chassis may have incorrectly machined brake calipers that may leak brake fluid.
Safety risk
Brake caliper leaks will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford has notified owners. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S14.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V405000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.